MerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of Eddy Merle Watson as a fundraiser for Wilkes Community College and to celebrate ‘traditional plus’ music. We are about the MUSIC, MOMENTS and …

Talent Submission: MerleFest proactively selects talent through its Artist Relations Team and does not accept or respond to unsolicited talent submissions (including email, voice mail, and snail mail).

MerleFest provides free parking, free shuttle service to the front entrance gate, programming on 12 stages, and a free official MerleFest Program booklet! And for your Little Picker, we offer free kids …

There are water hydrants throughout the complex for sharing of water, port a jons and a bath house. For more information or to make reservations, please visit the YMCA’s MerleFest Camping website or …

MerleFest is a celebration of “traditional plus” music, a unique mix of music based on the traditional, roots-oriented sounds of the Appalachian region, including bluegrass and old-time music, and …

Dec 2, 2024 · MerleFest 2025 is shaping up to be another outstanding celebration of music and community, honoring the timeless legacy of its founding legend, Doc Watson. Tickets for the highly …

Take a leisurely stroll through the MerleFest Expo Center, where craftsmanship and creativity come alive. Meet the talented makers behind exquisite fiddles, guitars, and innovative musical …

1 day ago · The Shoppes at MerleFest are four aisles of vendor booths located just past the festival entrance gate. Festival-goers will walk thru the Shoppes area to access stages. All vendors are …

For more information or to make reservations, please visit the YMCA’s MerleFest Camping website or call the Wilkes Family YMCA at 336-838-3991. It is the responsibility of the volunteer to reserve …

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